Michigan has a dynamic architectural heritage stemming from the state’s great contribution to design. From automobiles to furniture design, Michigan has an impressive building stock that spans from the late 19th century to the current day. Michigan’s architectural story is a rich canvas of works including those by impressive local architects as well as 20th-century masters including Alden B. Dow, Albert Kahn, Eliel and Eero Saarinen, Mies van der Rohe, Frank Lloyd Wright, Minoru Yamasaki and Zaha Hadid.

Many know of the grand architecture that surrounds the Chicago River, but you may not have heard of, or seen these interesting locations in Illinois before.

Woodland Palace​This small estate was created by Fred Francis just outside Kewanee. Using his background as an engineer and inventor, he created a home with ideas before its time over a 37 year period.